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Techs choosing oils on price not suitability, VLS warns

1 week ago | catmag.co.uk | Will Rimell

Thirty per cent of vehicle technicians remain unsure what oil they should use in any given situation according to a new survey from The Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS). With many mechanics picking oils on price rather than suitability, the trade body is urging workshops to increase education around oils, with access to data a crucial component.
GSF opens third branch in a month with new store in Bolton

2 weeks ago | catmag.co.uk | Will Rimell

GSF Car Parts has opened another branch, this time in Bolton. This is the third new branch opening within a month, joining Stourbridge and St Austell. Another nine branches will follow over “the next few months”, the firm says. It adds that the investment” represents a significant step for GSF” as it focuses on growth in 2025. This follows investment across branches, distribution and stock levels throughout 2024.
GSF opens new West Midlands site with six more planned by the end of 2025

1 month ago | catmag.co.uk | Will Rimell

GSF Car Parts has unveiled the first of seven new branches set to open in 2025. The Stourbridge branch is located in the Stourbridge Industrial Estate in the West Midlands and joins the nearby sites in Kidderminster and Cradley Heath. To unveil the new site, the Stourbridge team was joined by the Clean Racing Porsche Clubsport car that is contesting this year’s Porsche Sprint Challenge GB. The branch is a 10,000 square foot unit and features a retail shopfront, office and stock storage.
Warning made as hydraulic fluid does not meet safety standard

1 month ago | catmag.co.uk | Will Rimell

A safety warning has been issued for a hydraulic fluid which does not meet claimed safety standards. Made by the Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS), an independent body, it involves Mannol Central Hydraulic Fluid 8990. The case has been sent to Trading Standards.
Hella launches complete brakes range in UK

1 month ago | catmag.co.uk | Will Rimell

Hella has launched its range of brakes into the UK aftermarket, marking a significant expansion for the brand after more than a decade in Europe. The lineup is described as a “true one-stop braking solution”, says Hella.
GSF to stock Lucas air compressors

1 month ago | catmag.co.uk | Will Rimell

GSF Car Parts will stock Lucas-branded air-con compressors. The motor factor is the leading supplier of Lucas products in the UK, with a lineup that already includes the brand’s starter motors, alternators, turbo chargers, diesel fuel injectors and diesel pumps. The air-con compressor range will initially be 335 SKUs for a wide range of passenger car and LCV applications, before eventually rising to 500 SKUs to cover more than 85% of the UK car parc.
Celebrate 100 Years of NAPA with the Ultimate Spin to Win Promotion!

1 month ago | catmag.co.uk | Will Rimell |byWill Rimell

NAPA Auto Parts UK and Ireland are thrilled to announce an exciting promotion throughout the month of May to celebrate 100 years of NAPA.
Oldfields Garage undergoes major expansion to double capacity

2 months ago | catmag.co.uk | Will Rimell |byWill Rimell

Herefordshire-based Oldfields Garage has completed a major expansion, increasing its workshop capacity by 50% to meet rising demand for electric vehicle and commercial vehicle work. Incorporating a new space, which sits alongside the existing 4,000 sq ft garage, is designed to accommodate EVs, CVs, and motorhomes, and includes a dedicated bay for advanced vehicle diagnostics. “We’re all incredibly excited about this expansion,” said Tim Benson, Oldfields Garage managing director.
Tetrosyl acquires detailing firm Infinity Wax

2 months ago | catmag.co.uk | Will Rimell |byWill Rimell

Tetrosyl Group has acquired Scottish detailing firm Infinity Wax. Infinity Wax has built a strong reputation in the car detailing market. Peter Schofield, chairman of Tetrosyl, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Infinity Wax into the Tetrosyl family. Their dedication to quality and innovation aligns perfectly with our values.
Factors, mechanics warned as ‘dangerous’ brake fluid still on sale over a year after failing tests

2 months ago | catmag.co.uk | Will Rimell |byWill Rimell

A second safety warning has been issued after a non-compliant brake fluid was found to still be on sale, more than a year after it was deemed a risk to public safety. Early last year the Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS) confirmed that Mannol Brake Fluid DOT 4 3002 failed in critical performance areas required for safe brake operation. Tests carried out found that the product failed to meet specification limits stated in the US Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) 116 DOT 4.